Llandudno Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Llandudno's crime profile in October 2024 reveals a starkly imbalanced mix of offences, with violence and anti-social behaviour dominating the landscape. Of the 270 total crimes recorded, 31.1% (84 cases) were violence and sexual offences, a rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents—110% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 26.7% (72 cases), with a rate of 4.8 per 1,000, 272% above the national benchmark. These figures suggest a community grappling with persistent issues in public spaces, likely tied to Llandudno's status as a coastal resort with a transient population of tourists and seasonal workers. Shoplifting, at 15.9% of total crimes (43 cases), was 289% above the UK average, pointing to retail-focused vulnerabilities exacerbated by Halloween and darker evenings. The area's crime rate of 17.9 per 1,000 residents is 121% above the UK average of 8.1, reflecting a significant divergence from national trends. This imbalance may be partly explained by Llandudno's reliance on tourism, which introduces fluctuating foot traffic and transient populations that can strain local policing resources. Seasonal factors, such as the clocks going back and shorter daylight hours, likely contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and retail crime, while the absence of major universities or commuter hubs reduces the typical student-driven spikes in bicycle theft or other youth-related offences. The data underscores a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas and continued investment in community policing strategies tailored to Llandudno's unique demographic and geographic characteristics.

October 2024 saw a 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from one to three incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal patterns or unsecured bike storage during darker evenings. Other crime also surged by 400%, jumping from one to five cases, though the exact nature of these crimes remains unspecified. Conversely, public order offences fell by 61.9% (from 21 to 8), potentially linked to Halloween events being less disruptive than in previous years. Violence and sexual offences, at 31.1% of total crimes, remained 110% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 272% above the UK average, highlighting persistent challenges in managing public conduct in a tourist-heavy area. Burglary decreased by 43.5% (from 23 to 13), due to heightened police patrols or seasonal home security measures.

Llandudno's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 17.9 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 18.4 per 1,000. This slight decline suggests a stabilising trend after a period of fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately nine crimes per day in October, reflecting the persistent demand for policing resources in a coastal town with a seasonal tourism cycle. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 56 residents, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 15,127. While this monthly exposure rate is a local metric, it provides context for residents and visitors alike, illustrating the need for continued awareness and community engagement. The population-scaled perspective underscores that crime remains a significant, though not overwhelming, concern in this built-up area within Conwy.